Senior Auditor, Corporate SOX - Request #37807789

Description

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we've been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. Business and political climates may change, but we're stronger than ever. Our A.M. Best rating is A+ (Superior), making us the only health insurance company in South Carolina with that rating. We're the largest insurance company in South Carolina ...and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allow us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Job Title: Senior Auditor, Corporate SOX

Position Details

• Bill Rate: $67.79/hour

Position Summary

Serves as a subject matter expert for MAR/SOX compliance programs to support the Model Audit Rule Department (MAR/SOX) in the compliance effort that results in annual reporting to the Department of Insurance. Evaluates internal control structures and policies and procedures that may include, but are not limited to financial records, operational processes and/or computer operations. Completes risk assessments, reviews controls and risk mitigation, and documents the risks, controls, and the method by which they should be tested for operational effectiveness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 40% Based on the output from the risk assessment, evaluates processes that impact each "in-scope" financial statement line item and performs control documentation activities, including operational, financial, Entity Level and I/S processes. Determines applicable risks and mitigation through control activities. Ensures that risks are appropriately addressed based on COSO/COBIT/MAR guidance. Identifies remediation needed for any unmitigated risks and communicates with management. Makes recommendations on remediation design and uses project processes to ensure remediation is made. Prepares and maintains clear, detailed, accurate SOX documentation, including process diagrams, control descriptions, risk control matrices, test plans and test results evaluations.
• 20% Serves as a subject matter expert for MAR/SOX compliance programs and continuously seeks to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the processes/tools utilized to ensure compliance. This includes training, developing, and providing assistance to business areas, audit staff members and MAR/SOX team members in preparing MAR/SOX documentation and conducting testing. Assists internal and external auditors (including the Department of Insurance), with an emphasis on leveraging MAR/SOX work to reduce duplication of efforts and the burden on management throughout the organization.
• 15% Prepares written audit reports to communicate findings and recommendations to MAR/SOX Steering and Executive committees, and the Department of Insurance.
• 10% Participates in the risk assessment process for each company required to be in compliance with the MAR/SOX based on a top down risk based approach.
• 5% Completes entity level control evaluation and testing consistent with COSO principals, the NAIC Model Audit Rule and Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Makes recommendations on remediation design and uses project process to ensure remediation is made.
• 5% Performs peer review of documents (Narrative, Risk Control Matrices, Test Plans, Test Work papers, remediations, etc.) prepared by peers to ensure departmental standards are met. Works with peers to ensure improvement opportunities are adequately addressed.
• 5% Performs project work as directed by management team. Projects will be focused on improving quality and efficiency of MAR team functions.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of effective auditing, general accounting standards, and work paper documentation.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of relevant computer support systems.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to perform within tight deadlines and prioritize effectively.

Required Software and Other Tools

• Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

Typical office environment.

Minimum Required Education

Bachelor's degree - Accounting, Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or other job related field.

Minimum Required Work Experience

7 years auditing, Information Systems, Sarbanes-Oxley/MAR, compliance or accounting/financial reporting experience.

Pay Transparency

• This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay someone for this position: $33.90/hour - $48.42/hour W-2.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met).

BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We've found dedication, work ethics and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more.

Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson. If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty. If you're ready to join a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future, apply for a position now!

QUALIFICATION/ LICENSURE

• Work Authorization : US Citizen
• Travel Required : No travel required
• Shift timings: Not specified

US Citizen; 7+ years auditing, IS, SOX/MAR, compliance or accounting/financial reporting experience; Bachelor's degree in accounting, computer science, business administration, information systems, finance or related field; Microsoft Office proficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• evaluating internal controls
• performing risk assessments
• preparing audit reports

Skills & Tools

Microsoft Office

Job Details

• Category: Finance and Accounting
• Seniority: Senior Level
• Commitment: Contract
• Workplace: Remote — Columbia, South Carolina, United States
• Salary: USD 70,512 – 100,713 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• Retirement plan

About BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

A leading health insurance company in South Carolina, administrator of government contracts, and operator of sophisticated data processing centers. — Industry: Healthcare